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Plant-based diets may affect the risk of developing OSA
By
Ava Barros
Adhering to a healthy plant-based diet may be linked to a lower risk of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) by reducing inflammation and lowering the likelihood of obesity, according to a study published in
ERJ Open Research
.
March 23, 2024
Some fad diets lead to more than fat loss
By
Karie Neeley Anderson
Certain popular diets may lead to more than the loss of a few pounds, according to research presented at the International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research General Session & Exhibition.
March 23, 2024
Patients weigh in on obesity screenings at dental practices
By
Karie Neeley Anderson
Most patients would be receptive to intervention from dentists about their weight, possibly offering a new public health strategy to address the obesity crisis, according to a review published in
Obesity Reviews
.
March 23, 2024
Fatty diets may contribute to gum disease progression
By
Ava Barros
Diets abundant in saturated fats and cholesterol may exacerbate alveolar bone loss associated with periodontal disease, indicating that one's diet may affect their dental health in the long term, according to a recent article published in News Medical.
March 4, 2024
Biociden launches new oral probiotic
By
DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Biocidin Botanicals has launched an oral probiotic named Dentalflora.
February 20, 2024
Soda tax may be linked to drop in dental-related hospital stays
By
Ava Barros
More than 5,500 hospital admissions for tooth decay for kids may have been prevented due to the implementation of a soft drink tax in the U.K., according to a study recently published in
BMJ Nutrition, Prevention, and Health
.
November 30, 2023
Lose weight, gain caries. Maybe?
By
Melissa Busch
Patients who undergo bariatric surgery may face a greater risk of developing caries compared to those who have medical treatment, including drug therapy.
November 8, 2023
Calif. legislature approves nutrition standards in schools
By
Will Morton
California could become the first state to codify President Joe Biden’s federal guidelines on school nutrition standards aimed at reducing sugar and salt in school meals.
September 20, 2023
JADA study: Possibly no link between caries and obesity in kids
By
Melissa Busch
The percentage of body fat and adiposity may not be associated with caries in the permanent teeth of U.S. children and adolescents, according to a large study.
September 19, 2023
Research explores maternal nutrition’s impact on tooth decay in children
By
Amerigo Allegretto
Researchers are investigating the connection between maternal nutrition and the oral microbiomes of infants.
May 12, 2023
WHO European region launches status report on oral health
By
Amerigo Allegretto
The World Health Organization (WHO) European region recently released a status report on oral health, emphasizing that national health coverage packages must expand access to oral healthcare services.
April 21, 2023
Sugary drink tax may reduce healthcare costs
By
Will Morton
Residents in Oakland, CA, have bought fewer sugary beverages since a local soda tax went into effect.
April 20, 2023
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